A New Path to Embodied Emotional Leadership

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A New Path to Embodied Emotional Leadership Most men were never taught how to feel – they were only taught how to suppress, analyze, or perform. At MELD, we offer another way. Somaware™ is our proprietary framework that makes emotional growth not just a concept, but a trainable, embodied reality. It is the foundation of […]

Newsletter Not Separate: Why Reconnection to Nature is Essential for Health

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Not Separate: Why Reconnection to Nature is Essential for Health When I trained with Indigenous elders, they never spoke of “nature” as something outside of themselves. There was no word for it. No distinction. Life was simply life. The forests, rivers, winds, and animals were not separate; they were home. They were part of the […]

Men’s Training 3.0

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Men’s Training 3.0 Create a powerful group and life from a men’s retreat that goes beyond experience. Men’s groups have long been recognized as powerful spaces where men can come together, open up, and experience profound growth. From the early days of the Sandpoint Men’s Group to the global reach of EVRYMAN, and now, through […]

Beyond the Traditional Men’s Retreat

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Beyond the Traditional Men’s Retreat Most retreats follow a familiar script: a few days away, bonding through shared experiences, maybe some insightful conversations, and the feeling of connection that fades as quickly as you return to everyday life. It’s a powerful experience in the moment, but often it leaves you wondering, What’s next? You leave […]

Embracing Somatic Therapy: A Transformative Journey for Men

Somatic Therapy

Embracing Somatic Therapy: A Transformative Journey for Men In today’s fast-paced world, emotional wellness is often sidelined, particularly for men who may face societal pressures to remain stoic. Somatic therapy offers a powerful tool for men to reconnect with their bodies, manage stress, and improve their emotional health. This article explores the basics of somatic […]

What the Body Can Do the Mind Cannot with Peter Levine, PhD

Peter Levine

What the Body Can Do the Mind Cannot with Peter Levine, PhD This video of MELD’s Session with Peter Levine, PhD, dives into his Somatic Experiencing work. Throughout my journey in men’s emotional wellness and somatic therapies, I have encountered numerous transformative ideas. None have left as profound an impact as Dr. Peter Levine’s pioneering […]